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Robert Kravitz

Robert Kravitz

Writer

Robert Kravitz is a former building service contractor from Northern California. He can be reached at [email protected].

 

 


Articles by Robert Kravitz

Worker Safety Is Not a Given
June 3, 2024 Robert Kravitz

Worker Safety Is Not a Given

Health and Safety

Cleaning workers risk exposure to biohazards and chemical hazards, as well as physical injuries from daily vacuuming, repetitive motions, frequent bending, and prolonged standing. 

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Create Partnerships for Sustainability Success
March 15, 2024 Robert Kravitz & Peter J. Sheldon Sr.

Create Partnerships for Sustainability Success

Business and Management

Today, it’s not enough for business owners to simply say they are committed to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. Governments, investors, and consumers increasingly demand that companies demonstrate their commitment.

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shooting, mass shooting, gun
November 1, 2023 Robert Kravitz

Arming Facilities Against Violence

Health and Safety

For many decades, the FBI and other law enforcement organizations have taught us that if an active shooter enters a facility, we should run, hide, or fight. A better strategy might be to prepare, react, and recover.

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sink, drain
September 1, 2023 Robert Kravitz

Mastering the Art of Keeping Drains Clean and Healthy

Infection Control

Dark and moist sink drains are a perfect setting for germs to thrive.

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Brush Up on Your Legal Terminology
August 9, 2023 Robert Kravitz

Brush Up on Your Legal Terminology

Business and Management

Knowledge of commercial real estate, financial, and legal terms is useful when building service contractors (BSCs) submit bids for cleaning larger properties. Check out why it's important for you to have a deeper understanding of legal terminology and what some of those terms might be.

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coffee shop
June 28, 2023 Robert Kravitz

Look for Cleaning Opportunities Where You Get Your “Cup of Joe”

Business and Management

Learn the steps contractors need to take before venturing into coffee-shop cleaning.

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Traveling
May 5, 2023 Robert Kravitz

Understanding and Preparing for International Business Travel Risks

Health and Safety

Kidnappings, theft, and violence are real risks in any overseas travel, yet many professionals make international business trips without much thought or preparation for these situations.

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business attire, suit and tie
January 9, 2023 Robert Kravitz

Is 2023 the Year We Should Start Dressing Up Again?

Business and Management

Looking to attract new clients? Consider donning business attire to give potential customers a favorable impression of you.

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This pH level, however, is strong enough to kill or eliminate many forms of bacteria and viruses.  Further, it is safe enough that it won't harm the user, building inhabitants, or the environment.
June 26, 2022 Robert Kravitz

Should We Use a Flavor Enhancer to Clean?

Health and Safety

It is believed the use of citric acid as an antifungal or antibacterial began thousands of years ago, long before the use of bleach was used for the same purposes.

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Respiratory droplet, pathogen
February 4, 2022 Robert Kravitz

The Life of a Respiratory Droplet

Health and Safety

With a better understanding of respiratory droplets, cleaning professionals can help minimize contact with disease-causing droplets and keep building users healthy.

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construction cleaning
April 16, 2021 Robert Kravitz

Construction Cleaning: The New Cha-Ching

Business and Management

Post-construction cleanup offers a potentially lucrative add-on service for BSCs looking for new revenue streams.

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mopping
January 6, 2021 Robert Kravitz

Don’t Forget to Clean Your Mops

Infection Control

Contaminants collected on mops in one facility can spread to another facility or different areas making mop care ever more important.

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